Met Gala 2025 Focuses on Black Designers, Honors Diana's Legacy

The Met Gala, held annually in New York City, has evolved from an exclusive charity event into fashion's most iconic night, drawing global celebrities and media attention. The upcoming 2025 Met Gala will feature the theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,' highlighting Black designers, Black identity, and the transformative power of fashion to tell underrepresented stories. Anna Wintour, who has led the event since 1995, emphasized the special emotional significance and heightened sense of purpose behind this year's gala, reflecting on both meticulous planning and the evolving role of race in fashion. The accompanying exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute will pay tribute to Black creatives and the art of menswear tailoring. The event's rich history includes unforgettable moments, such as Princess Diana's legendary 1996 appearance, which solidified her status as a style icon and remains a point of reflection as the Gala continues to shape cultural commentary through fashion.